Updated September 25, 2026 · 6 min read

MT5 WebTrader vs Desktop vs Mobile: What Should Brokers Offer?

How MT5’s web, desktop and mobile terminals compare for traders and brokers, and why a branded WebTrader is often the first platform new clients use.

Key takeaways
  • The WebTrader is the fastest way for a new client to start trading.
  • Desktop suits advanced traders; mobile suits trading on the go.
  • Most brokers should offer all three, with the web terminal branded.

Web terminal

Runs in the browser with nothing to install. It is ideal for onboarding: a client who has just funded can start trading in seconds from a link in your client area. On your own domain and in your brand, it also feels like part of your service.

Desktop terminal

The most complete MT5 experience, with Expert Advisors, custom indicators and advanced analysis. It requires installation and suits experienced or algorithmic traders.

Mobile apps

Convenient for monitoring and trading on the go. Traders use the MT5 mobile app to connect to your server.

Our recommendation

Offer all three, but make the web terminal your front door: link to it from your website, client area and welcome emails, and brand it so the first trading experience matches everything else a client has seen from you. See White-Label WebTrader.

See your brand on a live WebTrader

Send us your company name and domain. We will set up a personalised demo so you can see exactly how your terminal will look.